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Hunter Mill Highlights From Supervisor Cathy Hudgins
Hunter Mill Highlights From Supervisor Cathy Hudgins North County Governmental Center 12000 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, VA 20190 703-478-0283 (O) 711 (TTY) 703-471-6847 (FAX) E-mail: [email protected] Web: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/huntermill/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/huntermill March 2012 Newsletter Dear Hunter Mill Friends, With the approaching spring weather there are many opportunities for residents to find themselves outside enjoying the warming temperatures. Whether it is doing much needed yard work, visiting shops, or to walk, jog, or bike, the changing season energizes us for the coming season. Hunter Mill District Supervisor Cathy Hudgins Inside this issue: FY13 Budget Meetings Skate Park on Wheels Page 2 Job Fair-Young Adults Housing Expo Empty Bowls Event 3 Land Use Projects 4 Land Use Projects cont. 5 Reston Master Plan Crescent Apartments 6 Transportation 7 Park Authority News 8 Congratulations Notices 9 Hunter Mill Highlights is my electronic newsletter. Please share this issue with your organizations. To be added to our mailing list, e-mail me at [email protected] While I have been out walking more I have visited with residents, and have had the opportunity to discuss Hunter Mill District and Fairfax County activities, I am reminded how residents have such an opportunity to participate in the governing process. In Hunter Mill District, I try to facilitate many opportunities for citizen participation and engagement in the District and throughout Fairfax County. On March 3rd, at an appreciation breakfast held for Hunter Mill District appointees, I received valuable feedback on housing, human services, land use, and of course, the proposed budget. Another such opportunity for engagement is the upcoming transportation workshop being held by Reston for a Lifetime, on Saturday March 31st, at the Reston Community Center at Lake Anne. This workshop, part of the many activities being planned by this all volunteer committee, will feature information about community transportation and transit options. As well, I am once again hosting two community budget meetings, one on March 24th, in Reston, and the other on March 31st, in Vienna (details are on page 2). If you cannot attend either of the meetings, I welcome your letter, email, or phone call. However you choose to participate, I look forward working with you so that our District remains strong and vibrant. I hope you enjoy this month’s newsletter. Now Showing on “Connecting with Supervisor Hudgins” Tree Preservation in Fairfax County Urban Forester Hugh Whitehead and Taylor Beach from Fairfax ReLeaf join me for a discussion on the County’s tree preservation efforts and goals to establish the tree canopy on the latest edition of my cable show on Channel 16 (Cox). The program airs three times during the week - Sundays at 4 pm, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, and Fridays at 4 pm , or can be viewed on your computer. Latest Hunter Mill Announcements We want to hear from you! Hunter Mill Community Meetings on the FY 2013 Budget Supervisor Hudgins will be hosting two district community meetings for residents to hear details and ask questions on the proposed FY 2013 budget. Along with Supervisor Hudgins, County Executive Tony Griffin, School Board representative Pay Hynes, and budget staff from both the County and schools will be present. Sessions are planned for: Saturday, March 24 - 10 a.m.: Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods Saturday, March 31 - 11 a.m.: Vienna Community Center The Board of Supervisors authorized advertised tax rate of $1.08, a penny increase from FY2012 budget. The County Executive’s proposed budget holds steady the current tax rate of $1.07 and assumes a 5% increase in the transfer to schools. Information on FY2013 proposed budget is available at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ dmb/, including the County Executive’s presentation to the Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors’ public hearings on the budget are planned for April 10, 11, and 12 at the Government Center. To sign up to speak at the public hearings, contact the Clerk to the Board. Or, share your comments online. Tax Relief for Senior and Disabled Citizens Staff from the Department of Tax Administration will be on-hand at both community meetings to assist and provide information about the County’s tax relief for seniors and disabled residents. Qualified taxpayers may also be eligible for rent relief. For additional information, call 703-222-8234, or check out the website at http:// www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dta/taxrelief_home.htm. Page 2 Young Adult Job Fair: Fairfax Mega Job Fair & Entrepreneurship Expo Young adults ages 16-21 are invited to meet with employers hiring for seasonal and year-round position. The Job Fair will be held on Saturday, March 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. In addition, a Youth Workshop, starting at 10 a.m., aims to assist young attendees in their job search. Learn how to; Answer tough questions on a job application Dress for Success Speak with an employer at a job fair Ace your next interview. See the list of employers attending and check out their available positions on the Fairfax Mega Job Fair website. For additional information, contact the Job Corner at 703-5316290. Northern Virginia Housing Expo for Ownership and Rental Options Anyone looking for a place to live in Northern Virginia should plan to visit the 2012 Northern Virginia Housing Expo, hosted by Fairfax-based nonprofit AHOME, in cooperation with the Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA), the cities of Alexandria and Falls Church, the counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun, and the Town of Herndon. Showcasing both homeownership and rental opportunities and resources throughout Northern Virginia, the event will be held March 24,10 AM - 2:30 PM, and will feature workshops and exhibits designed to inform attendees about location options, preparations for buying or renting and more. Free classes include ―Are You Ready to Rent?,‖ ―Are You Ready to Buy?,‖ ―The ABCs of Credit and Credit Scores‖ and ―Financing Your Home.‖ A current list of exhibitors and class times can be found at www.NoVaHousingExpo.org. The Expo, whose location rotates annually throughout Northern Virginia, is being held at Arlington’s Washington-Lee High School at 1301 North Stafford Street, which offers free parking and is just four blocks north of the Virginia Square Metro station. This is the second annual Expo produced by this collaborative effort; the 2011 Northern Virginia Housing Expo, held last June, featured more than 60 exhibitors and hundreds of attendees. More information about the Expo is being made available online at www.NoVaHousingExpo.org; you can also ―like‖ the Northern Virginia Housing Expo on Facebook and follow @NoVaHousingExpo on Twitter to receive event updates. Page 3 Land Use Status of Hunter Mill District Land Use Projects Reston District Police Station and Governmental Center: Proffer Condition Amendment (PCA 74-2-1134)/Development Plan Amendment (DPA 74-2-113-8)/PRC Plan PRC 74-2-113-2 and Feature Shown 2232-H11-18 has been accepted to allow for the construction of a new Reston District Police Station and Governmental Center with associated parking, located at 12000 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston. (Tax Map # 017-1 ((1)), Parcel 4B. The new two-story building will be located on the west side of the site, directly south of Cameron Glen Drive. There will be an increase in both the secured and public parking in addition to the relocation of the fuel island and sustainable development features. Demolition of the existing building will occur after the new facility is completely occupied and operational. On January 18, 2012, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of these applications. The Board of Supervisors approved these applications on February 28, 2012. Fairway Apartments Redevelopment Proposal: The Fairway I & II Residential LLC (Applicant) Planned Residential Community (PRC) Plan (PRC A-502-2) has been revised. The Applicant is now proposing a reduction in the market rate units from 940 to 806/reduction of 134 units and phased development. Fairway West will consist of approximately 570 residential units in a mix of townhomes and wood-frame multifamily construction, with the proposed high-rise tower with above grade parking being eliminated. Fairway East will consist of 233 residential units in a mix of townhomes and wood-frame multifamily construction. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of this application on July 21, 2011. The Board of Supervisors public hearing was deferred until March 20th at 4:30 p.m. Corinthian Colleges, Inc. d/b/a Everest College is moving from the current location of 1430 Spring Hill Road, McLean, VA to 8620 Westwood Center Drive, Tysons, VA. The school of special education currently offers courses and training in Medical Assisting, Medical Administration Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding and Dental Assisting. The College desires to also continue their nursing degree program, therefore a Special Exception is required. On February 23, 2012, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of SE 2011-HM-18. The Board of Supervisors approved SE 2011-HM-018 on February 28, 2012. RTC Partnership, LLC filed a Planned Residential Community plan (PRC 77-C-076) to remove the current office building known as the “Town Center Office Building” @ 1760 Reston Parkway, and redevelop a 23-story, Class A mixed-use office and retail building. The building will consist of approximately 413,700 square feet of office uses and approximately 5,200 square feet retail use, with a Floor Area Ration of 4.08. Parking for the proposed building will feature both below – and above-grade parking spaces. The above ground portion of the parking will sit atop retail uses and will be screened with a context-sensitive façade treatment that will be harmoniously integrated in the office structure. The Planning Commission public hearing is scheduled for March 14, 2012 at 8:15 p.m. Sunrise Valley Renovations (PRC –C -377): Renovations consist of constructing several small editions (administration suite, main entrance and cafeteria) at the front of the school to meet program requirements and at the rear of the school a library addition and a large single story classroom addition to replace the existing modular classroom structure. Site upgrades will include an expanded bus drop off area, a new kiss and ride access, additional parking and a new ADA access to the upper play fields. The Planning Commission public hearing on this application has been deferred until May 3, 2012 at 8:15 p.m. Coresite Real Estate: 12100 Sunrise Valley Drive LLC is requesting an approval of Special Exception – SE 2011-HM-019 to revitalize and expand the existing data center development on the property. The second building in the northern portion of the property will be joined to the existing facility via a skywalk. The special exception is requesting an increase in floor area ration from 0.4 to 0.6 as allowed under the regulations of the I-4 District. Tax Map 17-3 ((8)) (3A) (1A). The Planning Commission public hearing has been deferred until June 14, 2012. Continued on next page Page 4 Land Use projects continued from previous page; Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., has submitted a Special Exception to permit a fast food restaurant in the South Lakes Village Shopping Center, located at 11160 G2 South Lakes Drive, Reston, VA. The Applicant proposes to convert an existing 3,000 square feet vacant space into a Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant. The fast food restaurant will utilize the existing building façade, sidewalks, landscaping, utilities, stormwater management, loading area and parking area. The internal space will be reconstructed, Chipotle signage added to the front building façade, and a grease trap interceptor installed at the rear of the building. Planning Commission public hearing is scheduled for April 18th, 2012 @ 8:15 p.m. and an expedited Board of Supervisors public hearing is scheduled for May 1st, 2012 @ 3:30 p.m. CARS-DB1, LLC have filed rezoning applications for Dominion Square 1580, 1586 and 1592 Spring Hill Road: Tax Map 29-3((01)), Parcels 2C1, 2C2 and 2D to rezone from the Regional Retail (C-7), Highway Corridor Overly (HC) and Sign Control Overlay (SC) Districts to the Planned Tysons Corner (PTC), HC and SC Districts. RZ 2011-HM-012 concurrent with RZ 2011-HM-013 proposes to redevelop multiple car dealerships into a vibrant, transit oriented mixed-use neighborhood with office, hotel, retail and residential uses. Included in the development will be five (5) residential buildings, a large public park/facility near the stream valley area to the south. The low-rise retail structures and multiple surface parking lots will be replaced with high-rise buildings and structured parking. Planning Commission public hearing has not been scheduled Tysons West Residential, L.L.C. and JBG/Tysons Hotel, L.L.C. have filed a rezoning and Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) application proposing to rezone the property from the General Industrial (I-5), Regional Retail (C-7), Highway Corridor Overlay (HC) and Sign Control Overlay (SC) Districts to the Planned Tysons Corner Urban Center (PTC), HC and SC Districts (RZ 2011-HM-032). The property is currently developed with the Sheraton Premier Hotel and the former Moore Cadillac/Hummer dealership. The Applicant seeks to transform the Property, referred to as ―Promenade at Tysons West‖, into a walkable, transit-oriented neighborhood with a mix of residential, retail, office and hotel uses. The Property is located at Tax Map 29-1 ((1)) 10D and 29-3 ((1)) 1B and 29-3 ((20)) C1. Planning Commission public hearing has not been scheduled. Q-R Spring Hill, LLC (Perseus Realty) has filed a rezoning and Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) application for 1577 Spring Hill Road, Tax Map 029-3 ((1)) Parcel 2F to rezone / Conceptual Development Plan to rezone the property from Regional Retail - C-7, Highway Corridor Overlay (HC) and Sign Control Overlay (SC) Districts to Planned Tysons Corner (PTC), HC and SC Districts (RZ 2011-HM026). The proposed mixed-use development is near the Tysons West Metro Station and will consist of office, hotel, residential and retail development. This Applicant has joined with the owners of the property to the southwest, Tax Map 29-1 ((1)) 2G (Sunburst). The Planning Commission public hearing has not been scheduled. 1587 Springhill Holdings, Inc. located at Tax Map 029-3 ((1)) 2G has filed a rezoning and Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) application to rezone from Regional Retail - C-7, Highway Corridor Overlay (HC) and Sign Control Overlay (SC) Districts to Planned Tysons Corner (PTC), HC and SC Districts (RZ 2011-HM-027). The property is currently developed with a motel and restaurant that were constructed in 1982. The proposed mixed-use development is near the Tysons West Metro Station and will consist of two office buildings and one residential building, all of which will have ground floor retail. This Applicant has joined with the owners of the property to the northeast, Tax Map 29-1 ((1)) 2F (Perseus Realty). The Planning Commission public hearing has not been scheduled. Continued on next page Page 5 Land Use projects continued from previous page; JBG/RIC, L.L.C. and RIC Retail, L.L.C. (Reston Heights) 11800 & 11842 Sunrise Valley Drive: Tax Map 17-3((3)), Parcels 1C & 1D: has submitted a revised Planned Residential Community (PRC) plan PRC B846-03 to previously approved plan for 145,000 square feet of above grade retail, 100,00 square feet of below grade retail, 428,225 square feet of office with 498 residential units. The revised plan does not change the density or use allocation. The plan proposes a new grocery and neighborhood retail into pedestrian friendly, urban-type streetscape with mid-rise residential above. At the request of applicant, this application has been indefinitely deferred. Reston Spectrum LP, Tax Map 017-1 ((1)) Parcels 3K, 3P and 3Q: with a total acreage of 24.29 is seeking approval of Planned Residential Community (PRC) plan 86-C-121-04 for mixed use development. The three Land Bays will consist of the following: Land Bay A is planned for 546 dwelling units, 255 hotel rooms, 172,000 square feet of office and 62,500 square feet of retail uses; Land Bay B is planned for 643 dwelling units, 270 hotel rooms and 48,650 square feet of retail uses; and Land Bay C is planned for 237 residential uses and 134,896 square feet or retail and bank uses (84,000 square feet of this retail is currently existing and will be retained. At the request of the Applicant, this application has been indefinitely deferred. RPB & M, LCC and Bozzuto Development Company at 11401, 11403, 11407, 11411 & 11417 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, Tax Map 17-4 ((19)) Parcels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A and 6A and 17-4 ((24)) Parcel 4B proposes a mixed-use, transit oriented development to include one mid-rise, multi-family residential building with a maximum of 421 dwelling units, one office building of up to 174,987 square feet, and up to 10,000 square feet of support retail uses in the Wiehle Avenue Transit Station area. Rezoning Application RZ 2010-HM-004 and Final Development Plan (FDP 2010 HM-008, previously indefinitely deferred has now been reactivated. No public hearings have been assigned at this time. Reston Master Plan Special Study: The Reston Master Plan Special Study Task Force is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at South Lakes High School cafeteria, starting at 7:00 p.m. For further information about the Reston Master Plan Special Study and copies of the presentations, please visit the study website at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/reston/ Crescent Apartments Hunter Mill District Supervisor Cathy Hudgins, the Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development and the Fairfax County Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) hosted an open house on February 8th, 2012 to announce the pending solicitation for the potential of redeveloping the Crescent Apartment property. The redevelopment proposal seeks to create a high quality development that complements the existing Lake Anne Community, ensures diverse housing options exist in Lake Anne, including workforce, senior and affordable housing; enhances pedestrian and bicycle connection throughout Lake Anne and increases the viability of the Lake Anne Village Center by adding new residents. The Request for Proposal (RFP) on RFP2000000125 – Crescent Apartments Property Redevelopment was released on February 9, 2012. A Pre-proposal Conference for RFP 2000000125 was held on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at the Fairfax County Government Center – 12000 Government Center Parkway, Conference Rooms 910. Closing date for proposal submission is April 30, 2012 @ 4:00 p.m. Additional information on the RFP is available at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpsm/solic2.htm#ppea. Page 6 Transportation Virginia Department of Transportation 495 Express Lanes Community Grant Program In partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation, Transurban and Fluor are building the 495 Express Lanes Project. To support communities and programs located in the neighborhoods surrounding the Express Lanes project corridor, the 495 Express Lanes Community Grant Program provides funding for projects that promote safety, enhance or protect the environment, or support the amenity, economic development or well-being of communities. Applicants may access the grant application package online at http:// www.495expresslanes.com/grant-application. Applications are awarded on a quarterly basis and are due for this review period by March 31, 2012. Grant applications should be emailed to the attention of Mike McGurk, Grant Administrator, at [email protected], or submitted via the website Bike/Pedestrian/Transit Fairfax County Bicycle Master Plan Meeting – Central Fairfax Are you interested in bicycle connections through your community? Do you want to learn more about Fairfax County efforts to connect communities by bicycle? The Fairfax County Bicycle Master Plan will be discussed at a community meeting on March 29th at Daniels Run Elementary in Fairfax. Open house will begin at 6:00pm with a formal presentation starting at 7:00pm. Staff will be discussing the central Fairfax County sub area including the communities of the Town of Vienna, Dunn Loring, Oakton, City of Fairfax, and Merrifield. Public input is highly encouraged during this process. For more information, please visit www.tooledesign.com/fairfax . Trap Road Pedestrian Bridge Activity Construction of the Trap Road Pedestrian Bridge begins with the arrival of the bridge supports (above). Supports are under construction in the middle of the Toll Road (right). More details will be in next month’s Hunter Mill Highlights newsletter. Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project Silver Line Station Name Survey The survey—available at on the MWAA website - will remain open until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21, and includes proposed station names for the eight Silver Line stations in Fairfax County. Phase 1 of the Silver Line, currently under construction, includes five new stations that are expected to be named this summer. Customers taking the survey are asked about their opinion on station names for three Fairfax County stations in Phase 2. Through the survey, which is available in English and Spanish, Metro hopes to identify station names that resonate with riders and provide assistance for customers planning their trips. Survey respondents have the option of writing in names of their choice or selecting from a list of proposed name for each station. The final names for the station must be approved by the Metro Board of Directors after formal submission by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Page 7 Park News Summer Camp Registration Begins It’s not too early to start planning for this summer’s camp experience. The Park Authority offers more than 1,000 weeks of camp. Check out the options on the Camp Quick Search or in the online catalogue. Events at Frying Pan Farm Park: Eggstravaganza Saturday, March 24 (6 sessions, 11 a.m.. - 3 p.m.) Egg hunt and animal visit outdoors at Frying Pan Farm Parks. Hunt for eggs that contain treats and prizes. Bob Brown’s Puppets: Bunny Business Thursday, April 5 at 10 and 11:30 a.m. Registration required for the above programs - call 703-437-9101, or sign up online at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fpp/classes.htm The Farmers Table: Each Thursday Farmers Table market features fresh, locally grown foods at Frying Pan Farm Park’s Visitor Center. From 3:30 to 7:00 p.m., vendors feature locally grown seasonal produce, baked goods, eggs, honey and meat. The Farmers Table runs through April 26th. (Beginning May 3rd, the Farmers Market moves outdoors in front of the Country Store.) Spring Babies are arriving daily! I.D. (left) shows off her twin lambs. Sharpei, a Spot sow, delivered her litter of piglets early this month. Eight lambs, 30 piglets, and newly hatched chickens have arrived so far this spring. Spring Break Camps The Park Authority is offering spring break camps for kids 3 to 17 years old. A sample of the spring break offerings is below: complete listing on the PA’s spring camps website Zoology: Science Behind Animal Lives Ultimate Spring Adventures: rock climbing, caving, outdoor survival, kayaking/canoeing for older kids. Spring R.O.C.S. (RECenter Offer Cool Stuff): swimming, indoor/outdoor games and sports, movies. Horseback Riding Camp: learn basic horsemanship skills along with grooming and horse care. Skateboard Camp: at Wakefield Skate Park Various Sports Camps: Team Adventure Racing, Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Swordsmanship, Fencing, Ping Pong, and others. Summer Job Open Hire Dates (check the PA website for requirements and what to bring) April 11, 5 to 8 p.m. - Mount Eagle ES, 6116 North Kings Hwy. Alexandria May 22, 12 to 4:30 p.m. - Park Authority headquarters, 12055 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax May 31, 12 to 4:30 p.m. - Park Authority headquarters, 12055 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax Additional opportunities at the various RECenters and NCS Community Centers and Therapeutic Recreation program are also available for summer. Check the links for information and dates. Page 8 Congratulations! Marshall Road Elementary School celebrates their 50th Anniversary this month. The school has adopted an ambitious goal of completing 50 services project this school year - 50 for 50 - to give back to the community for years of support of the school. In addition, the PTA is sponsoring the Marshall Road Gala Benefit on March 23rd at Westwood Country Club. Oakton Girls Basketball team completed their season with their first state championship. The team was undefeated this season, posting a 31-0 perfect record. Impressive!! Marshall High School DECA broke an all time rec- ord at the Virginia DECA State Leadership Conference by qualifying 41 GCMHS competitors for international DECA competition including six 1st place state winners. GCMHS will be one of the largest delegations in the state. Good luck at the International Career Development Conference in Salt Lake City! Students at Lake Anne ES celebrated “Read Across America” day with a book and with Supervisor Hudgins. Notices Pianist Needed at Herndon Harbor Adult Day Center Herndon Senior Center - 873 Grace Street, Herndon Fairfax County needs a pianist to play during sing-alongs with participants once a month for a few hours at Herndon Harbor Adult Day Health Care. The center also needs lunch service assistance once a week from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Contact Fairfax county’s Volunteer Solutions on the web or at 703-324-5406. Avoiding Frauds and Scams Seminar: Wednesday, March 21, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Herndon Senior Center - 873 Grace Street, Herndon Officer Henry of the Herndon Police Department presents a program to help people identify and avoid those ―too good to be true‖ offers that are circulating. Seminar is open to the community - call 703-464-6200. Electric Sunday Recycling Event: March 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. At the I-95 Landfill Complex, 9850 Furnace Road, Lorton Residents can recycle televisions, computers, monitors and peripheral electronic devices such as printers, scanners, speakers, keyboards, mice and external drives. Also collected at this event are unbroken fluorescent tubes and fluorescent light bulbs. SAVE THE DATE Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative: Saturday, April 28 Vienna Police Department Headquarters: 215 Center Street, Vienna Vienna Police will collect old, expired, unused or unwanted medications, including prescriptions, and over the counter medications. Remove these potential dangerous substances from your home and keep them out of the landfills and the watershed by recycling. Fairfax Run For the Children 10K Run and 3K Walk: Saturday, April 28 Fairfax CASA invites you to the Second Annual Run for the Children race and walk. This event supports Fairfax CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), volunteers helping protect children placed under court protection. Information and registration available at www.fairfaxrunforthechildren.com. Page 9